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Astra's Pentest is a comprehensive solution for penetration testing. It includes an intelligent vulnerability scanner and in-depth manual pentesting. The automated scanner performs 10000+ security checks, including security checks for all CVEs listed in the OWASP top 10 and SANS 25. It also conducts all required tests to comply with ISO 27001 and HIPAA. Astra provides an interactive pentest dashboard which allows users to visualize vulnerability analysis, assign vulnerabilities to team members, collaborate with security experts, and to collaborate with security experts. The integrations with CI/CD platforms and Jira are also available if users don't wish to return to the dashboard each time they want to use it or assign a vulnerability for a team member.

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OpenVAS serves as a comprehensive vulnerability scanning tool, offering both unauthenticated and authenticated assessments, as well as support for a wide range of internet and industrial protocols at various levels. The scanner is designed to be optimized for extensive scanning operations and features a robust internal programming language that allows users to create customized vulnerability tests. It acquires its vulnerability detection tests from a continually updated feed with a rich historical background. Since its inception in 2006, OpenVAS has been developed by Greenbone Networks, and it is an integral component of their commercial product line, the Greenbone Enterprise Appliance, which includes several other Open Source modules for enhanced vulnerability management. With its extensive capabilities, OpenVAS empowers organizations to bolster their security posture effectively.